7.
Spatial disorientation resulting from one set of semicircular canals
being equilibrated to a constant angular velocity followed by a head
movement in a different plane is called the
A.
leans.
B.
graveyard spin.
C.
coriolis effect.
D.
oculogravic effect.
8.
By themselves, proprioceptive illusions
A.
occur frequently.
B.
probably do not occur.
C.
may lead to a false perception of the true horizontal.
D.
may lead to a false perception of true linear acceleration.
9.
Although spatial disorientation cannot totally be prevented, you can
reduce the chance of disorientation by
A.
delaying intuitive actions.
B.
focusing your attention on a single object.
C.
simultaneous reference to instruments and outside conditions.
D.
avoiding fatigue, smoking, hypoglycemia, hypoxia and anxiety.
10. If a pilot experiences spatial disorientation he should not
A.
delay intuitive actions.
B.
attempt to cross-check all aircraft instruments.
C.
attempt to fly using both inside and outside references.
D.
transfer control because copilot will also be disoriented.
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